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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for signature reduction in Virginia is $28.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.00 and $35.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a signature reduction?

A Signature Reduction job involves reducing an individual's or organization's detectable presence across digital, physical, and operational domains to enhance security and anonymity. These roles are often found in military, intelligence, or cybersecurity fields, where personnel work to obscure identities, movements, and digital footprints. Tasks may include counter-surveillance measures, classified data protection, and secure communication techniques. The goal is to minimize exposure to adversaries while maintaining operational effectiveness.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the signature reduction position?

To thrive in Signature Reduction, candidates need expertise in operational security (OPSEC), counterintelligence principles, and an understanding of specialized government protocols, usually supported by a security clearance and relevant defense or intelligence experience. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, identity management systems, and government databases is essential, as are certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP. Strong analytical thinking, discretion, meticulous attention to detail, and effective communication are critical soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital to safeguarding sensitive operations and minimizing detection risks in intelligence or defense environments.

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Professionals in Signature Reduction roles often encounter the challenge of maintaining operational cover and managing multiple layers of sensitive information, which requires constant vigilance and adaptability. They must stay current with evolving surveillance technologies and adversary tactics to effectively minimize personal and operational signatures. Additionally, the role frequently involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, which demands clear communication while maintaining strict confidentiality. Overcoming these challenges is crucial to ensuring mission success and protecting personnel, assets, and operations from exposure.

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Infographic showing various Signature Reduction job openings in Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $60,297 per year, or $29 per hour.

Counterintelligence Specialist

Fort Belvoir, VA

Advantage SCI
Investigation and Physical Security Services • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide counterintelligence support to DOD SCI/SAP operations and conduct reviews of operational functions.

  • Research, build, staff, and present intelligence and threat analysis, including CI briefings and reports.

  • Coordinate with governmental IC agencies, update intelligence databases, and assist in developing SIGREDUX and identity management procedures.

Job description

Job Title:   Counterintelligence Specialist

Location: Fort Belvoir, VA

Advantage SCI is looking for Full-Time Counterintelligence Specialist to be considered for employment to support our government contract with the U.S. Army. Unclassified duties below:

• Provide Counterintelligence (CI) support to a DOD Special Compartmented Information (SCI)/ Special Access Program (SAP)

• Must possess excellent written and oral communications skills; will be required to research build, staff, and present information and decision briefs

• May be required to develop and perform intelligence and threat analysis

• Shall demonstrate current experience and knowledge with the use of IC analyst tools and applications.

• Provide scheduled and unscheduled counterintelligence and Due Diligence reviews of various operational functions and conduct coordination with various governmental IC agencies to facilitate mission preparation

• Must be able to learn and become intimately familiar with the organization and able to explain in detail relevant factors regarding unit mission, activities, and capabilities

• Assist in the analysis, coordination, and integration of intelligence information to assess developments, trends, and threat implications within critical geographical functional areas

• Present a full range of CI briefings and reports

• Prepare, formulate, coordinate, and staff a wide variety of operational and administrative correspondence

• Interface with the Intelligence Community as requested

• Update the Government's databases, intelligence files, and other required documents to successfully complete the mission

• Must stay abreast of military, political- military, technical, and other developments to conduct valid threat assessments

• Maintain office files, prepare administrative reports, and follow established policies and procedures

• Additionally, may support customer's Signature Reduction (SIGREDUX) efforts as needed to protect Critical Information as defined in unit Cl and Intelligence Oversight guides to include prepare, formulate, coordinate, and staff a wide variety of correspondence supporting SIGREDUX

• Provide advice and assistance to develop SIGREDUX and identity management concepts and procedures

• Perform other CI functions as designated


• Shall possess and maintain a current Top Secret/SCI clearance. No exceptions!

• Must possess four (4) years' experience in government related field as it relates to DoD 5105 series of pubs and instructions.

• Must possess at least two (2) years' experience liaison between government agencies and conducting Cl analysis and/or All-Source of programs and operations

• Must have Knowledge of and familiarization using various types of analyst tools and classified message databases. Examples includes: Analyst Notebook, Proton, Google Earth, Hot-R, Palantir, ArcGis, IC Reach, Voltron

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

 Working Conditions:

•  Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time

•  Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis

•  Able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.

•  Noise level: Low to moderate

Advantage SCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Advantage SCI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.